Summary of Contents for Rockford Fosgate 250.2

COMMON SENSE AND PRACTICE SAFE SOUND If, after reading your manual, you still have questions regarding this product, we recommend that you see your Rockford Fosgate dealer. If you need further assistance, you can call us direct at 1-800-669-9899. Be sure to have your serial number, model number and date of purchase available when you call.

Installation section of this manual or refer to the icons listed below. Other information can be located by using the Table of Contents. We, at Rockford Fosgate, have worked very hard to make sure all the information in this manual is current.

The accessory pack shipped with the “250 series” Power amplifiers include the mounting hardware necessary to secure the ampliifer to the vehicle and to attach the end caps to the amplifier. Punch Power 250.2 Installation & Operation Manual Punch Verification Certificate (4) Amplifier mounting screws (#8 x (8) Speaker &...

ECHNICAL ESIGN Many of the solutions to common design problems encountered by Rockford Fosgate engineers created entire new circuit designs as well as new ways to construct the Punch 250. was spared in design and construction from the unique circuitry design to the manufacturing process that has proven to be the industry reference for many years.

The DSM (Discrete Surface Mount) manufacturing process combines the advantages of both discrete components and integrated circuitry. Rockford Fosgate is the only American amplifier manufacturer to have invested millions into this process. DSM components differ from conventional discrete components in different ways. They are more compact, more rugged, and they efficiently dissipate generated heat.

(Metal Oxide Semiconductor Field Effect Transistor) Rockford Fosgate is one of the few manufacturers in any of the sound communities to utilize MOSFET devices in both the power supply and the output stages . MOSFET (Metal Oxide Semiconductor Field Effect Transistor) devices offer several important inherent advantages over the 30 year old technology of bi-polar design.

10. Input Sensitivity Controls – The input level controls are preset to match the output of most source units. They can be adjusted to match output levels from a variety of source units. 11. Internal Crossovers – These built-in crossover cards are configurable for a multitude of operating frequencies. The orientation of the card in its socket determines its function of high-pass, low-pass or full range operation.

Internal Crossover – This built-in crossover card is configurable for a multitude of operating frequencies. The orientation of the card in its socket determines the function of high-pass, low-pass or full range operation. Phase Switch – This switch enables you to easily invert the phase without having to disconnect the speaker wires. Crossover Switch –...

NSTALLATION ONSIDERATIONS Tools Needed The following is a list of tools you will need for installing the “250 Series” Power amplifiers: Allen wrenches 9/64" & 3/32" (included) Wire strippers Battery post wrench Electric hand drill and assorted bits This section focuses on some of the vehicle considerations for installing your new Punch amplifier. Checking your battery and present sound system, as well as pre-planning your system layout and best wiring routes will save installation time.

Engine Compartment Mounting Rockford Fosgate amplifiers should never be mounted in the engine compartment. Not only will this void your warranty but could create an embarrassing situation caused by the ridicule from your friends.

IRING YSTEM CAUTION: Avoid running power wires near the low level input cables, antenna, power leads, sensitive equipment or harnesses. The power wires carry substantial current and could induce noise into the audio system. 1. Configure the internal XCard crossovers prior to installation. Refer to the “Using the Signal Switching Network” (page 19 for the 250.

10. Perform a final check of the completed system wiring to ensure that all connections are accurate. Check all power and ground connections for frayed wires and loose connections which could cause problems from road vibrations. 11. After the final inspection is complete, install the power fuse and enjoy listening. During the initial listening period, you may need to “fine tune”...

S I N G T H E The crossover functions are controlled through the use of an XCard and can be set for high-pass, low-pass or full range operation. The XCard shipped with your amplifier is set for Full Range. Each crossover card has two faces: one face operates Full Range, the other has arrows to indicate the edge for selecting HP (high-pass) or LP (low-pass) operation.

ESISTOR Our tests have shown that using 0.047 f capacitors for frequencies below 100Hz, and 0.022mf capacitors for frequencies above 100Hz, result in more linear crossover control. Refer to the Specifications page to determine the capacitor value of each supplied XCard. Butterworth Alignment Q = .707 1% resistors used with 0.047mF capacitors Frequency...

250. NSTALLATION 250. Power Connections (Option #1) Power Less than 18" *Keep wire as short as possible. 250. Power Connections (Option #2) Power Less than 18" *Keep wire as short as possible. Dual B+ Dual GND Connect to remote turn-on lead of source unit.

250. SING THE The Balanced Line Inputs can be utilized with the optional Balanced Line Transmitter. Unlike standard RCA cables that use two wires to carry the audio signal and ground, balanced lines use three. In a balanced line, the output signal and its inverted replica travel down a pair of wires where the ground connects via the shield.

250. NSTALLATION 250. Power Connections (Option #1) Connect to remote turn-on lead of source unit. Less than 18" *Keep ground connections as close to each other as possible. 250. Power Connections (Option #2) Connect to remote turn-on lead of source unit. Less than 18"...

Configure a 24dB per octave filter for the 250. Speaker – – 24dB/Octave Low-Pass 20kHz 20Hz 20Hz • Xover is set to 24dB • Pass-Thru has Full Range output only • By switching the crossover to 24dB, the signal is routed through the XCard twice CLOCK AUTO ILLUM...

If you try to drive this woofer at these lower frequencies, the woofer could self-destruct. Please refer to the crossover section of the manual or see your local Authorized Rockford Fosgate Dealer for more information.

If you try to drive this woofer at these lower frequencies, the woofer could self-destruct. Please refer to the crossover section of the manual or see your local Authorized Rockford Fosgate Dealer for more information.

If you try to drive this woofer at these lower frequencies, the woofer could self-destruct. Please refer to the crossover section of the manual or see your local Authorized Rockford Fosgate Dealer for more information.

R O U B L E S H O O T I N G Symptom Amplifier does not turn on. (Power LED is off) Amplifier has no sound. (Power LED is on) Diagnosis Voltage applied to the REM terminal of the amplifier is not between 10.5 and 15.5 volts or there is no voltage present.

Symptom Speaker Output Low Input gain(s) for amplifier incorrectly set. or Distorted Source unit output too low or source unit has no output. Phase selection of amplifier incorrectly se- lected or speakers wired out of polarity from the left to right channel. XCards are missing or not placed properly in crossover slots and/or switches are not properly selected.

Low battery voltage or large voltage drops to the amplifier under load. RCA cable or amplifier connected to Pass- Thru output is defective. • If noise persists, see your local Authorized Rockford Fosgate Dealer. Diagnosis Readjust input gains of amplifier. Check system with known working source and repair or replace original source as needed.

This means that it is very important that the signal level throughout the system be optimized BEFORE dealing with your noise problem. Using a scope (or a small portable amplifier) and Track 99 (1kHz at all high bits) of Rockford Fosgate CD RF-...

III. MOVE THE DECK. If you're at this step, it's time to turn your system into an “amplified deck” by temporarily relocating the deck right ON TOP of the clean amplifier. Then using very, very short signal cables, connect the output of the deck into the input of the amp and test for noise.

The IHF-202 standard is a dynamic power measurement and was developed as a means of measuring power in a manner that best represents the Real World operation of an amplifier. Many manufacturers, including Rockford Fosgate, at times will measure amplifier power into a fixed resistor (4 ohm, 2 ohm). While this method is useful in some types of evaluation and testing, it is not representative of an amplifier that is connected to a speaker and playing music.

250. PECIFICATIONS Dynamic Power Rating (IHF-202 Standard) - Measured at 14.4V Per channel into a 4 load Per channel into a 2 load Bridged into a 4 load Continuous Power Rating (Competition Standard) - Measured at 13.8 Battery Volts RMS continuous power per channel, both channels driven into a 4 load from 20 to 20,000Hz with less than 0.05% THD (Total Harmonic Distortion) RMS continuous power per channel, both channels driven...

250. PECIFICATIONS Dynamic Power Rating (IHF-202 Standard) - Measured at 14.4V Mono into a 4 load Mono into a 2 load Bridged (using 2 Punch 250m) into a 4 load Continuous Power Rating (Competition Standard) – Measured at 13.8 Volts RMS continuous power mono, into a 4 load from 20-20,000Hz with less than 0.10% THD RMS continuous power mono, into a 2 load from 20-20,000Hz...

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